1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
